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Coke properties and coke strength after reaction (CSR) are difficult to predict in a new generation coke ovens. More research is needed to understand variations in CSR and investigate the reasons for these variations in a heat-recovery coke oven.

Objective:

The objective of our research is to further investigate the role of coal blend dilatation and rheology on coke porosity and CSR in an unconstrained heat-recovery cokemaking technology.

Approach:

This goal is being accomplished by coking various coal blends with similar predicted CSR but different dilatation and fluidity properties, followed by the analysis of the coke products. Selected coal blends have been carbonized using box tests at the SunCoke’s Jewell Coke Plant in Vansant, VA. The resulting coke samples are characterized and a correlation between coke properties and coal blend dilatation, and coal blend fluidity will be ultimately established.